I love using treadmills. I love getting a good deal as well. Treadmill and fitness equipment in general are expensive, but they are often available for a decent discounted price. I’ve been reviewing treadmills for some time now and using them for years. Probably one of the goofiest aspects of treadmills is the huge difference between manufacturer’s suggested retail price and the actual price … or the treadmill sale price.
Sure, there are times when treadmills are discounted more than usual, but you can generally find a treadmill sale any time of the year. However, there are times during the year when you can get an even better deal … Christmas and after Christmas being one of those times.
The fact is treadmill retailers offer bigger discounts when sales drop. You can find an outstanding treadmill sale when most people aren’t buying treadmills. Considering people buy a treadmill for indoor use in bad weather, it’s safe to assume that when the weather is nice and warm, treadmill sales go down. This means spring and summer is when you can find a good deal.
Therefore it makes sense, and the fact is, that when the number of treadmill sales go down (i.e. demand decreases), treadmill manufacturers and retailers lower treadmill prices – aka, have a treadmill sale, in order to keep selling treadmills during the slow season, which is summer.
During spring and summer there are some fantastic sales and deals to be had. Summer is the time to find a treadmill sale. Even though you may not use your purchase for several months, buying in the summer means you can save hundreds, or in some cases over $1,000 dollars(depending on the make and model) as a result of great treadmill sale.
The best approach to finding the best deal is understand the features you want and then find the perfect treadmill that serves your purpose. A good reason in addition to saving money for buying in the summer is it takes a little while for the treadmill to arrive at your home. Then add time for the potentially difficult and trying task of putting your treadmill together. If you’re like me, that box could sit in a corner for weeks. Therefore, buying in the summer means more opportunity for a sale, and time enough to get it up and running when you will want to use it – which is when the weather turns.
Other key times during the year to buy a treadmill is surrounding holidays such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. Treadmill retailers usually put on 3 to 7 day sales during these high-shopping periods.
That said, I would not wait until summer or Christmas to buy a treadmill or wait for the best treadmill sale. If you look around the various online retailers, you’ll discover you can get a decent deal any time of the year. In my view, getting started while inspired is better than waiting to get the absolute best deal. If it so happens you’re in the market when there is a better treadmill sale, that’s great. If not, seek out a good deal – there is almost always a good treadmill sale available. At the end of the day, be sure you get the features and quality that you need. It’s best to compare quality and features in addition to price than just price.
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